Associate Director – Electro-Optical Engineering

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an Associate Director – Electro-Optical Engineering to lead the Sensor Design Synthesis and Calibration team. The successful candidate will provide organizational and technical leadership to the team, grow internal and external technical collaborations, and establish new business opportunities with U.S. Government, civil, and commercial customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field
• 10 years of experience with EO/IR sensor systems
• Subject-matter expertise in some of the following technical areas: detector physics, focal plane array interface development, focal plane array (or Sensor Chip Assembly) radiometric characterization, EO/IR sensor calibration, or EO/IR sensor performance modeling
• Proven ability to lead projects from concept to successful delivery of customer and business objectives
• Demonstrated ability to guide teams in a dynamic environment, adapting to shifting priorities, and ensuring alignment with customer needs
• Commitment to maintaining a customer-focused approach, navigating challenges with creativity and collaboration, and communicating clearly and effectively across various formats and audiences

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect